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Israel Says It 'Eliminated' Operative for Hezbollah and Iran in Beirut Strike

The Israeli military said on Tuesday it had "eliminated" Hassan Ali Badir, a Hezbollah and Iran Quds Forces operative, in an overnight strike on Beirut's…

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Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha attends a joint press conference after a meeting with Lithuanian Foreign Minister Kestutis Budrys (not pictured) in Kyiv, Ukraine, 01 April 2025. (EPA)

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Ukraine Says It Will Work with US Towards Mutually Acceptable Minerals Deal

Ukraine will work with the United States towards a mutually acceptable text of a minerals deal that the two countries can sign, Ukrainian Foreign Minister…

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Poland Charges Ukrainian with Spying for Russia

Prosecutors in Poland have charged a Ukrainian man who was born in Russia with participating in activities linked to Russian intelligence, they said on Tuesday…

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US President Donald Trump takes part in a signing of an executive order in the Oval Office at the White House in Washington, DC, USA, 31 March 2025. (EPA)

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Trump Says May Visit Saudi Arabia Next Month

US President Donald Trump said on Monday he plans to visit Saudi Arabia as early as May in what will be the first foreign trip of his second term, with stops…

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Israel PM Drops Security Chief Nominee under Fire from Trump Ally

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A portrait of Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu hangs on the sidewalk during an anti-government protest calling for action to secure the release of Israeli hostages held captive since the October 7 attacks by Palestinian fighters in the Gaza Strip, in front of the Israeli Defense Ministry in the coastal city of Tel Aviv on March 29, 2025. (AFP)

Israel PM Drops Security Chief Nominee under Fire from Trump Ally

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office said Tuesday he had reversed a decision to appoint former navy commander Vice Admiral Eli Sharvit as…

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This frame grab taken from UGC video footage taken and posted by TikTok user @by_tharraa on the social media platform on April 1, 2025 shows a big fire in Putra Heights, near Kuala Lumpur. (Courtesy of Tiktok user @by_tharraa / AFP)

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Towering Blaze in Malaysia on Petronas Pipeline, 63 Sent to Hospital

At least 63 people were being treated in hospitals in Malaysia on Tuesday after a major blaze at a gas pipeline operated by state energy firm Petronas,…

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Hundreds of Syrian Muslims perform Eid al-Fitr prayers at the Grand Mosque in Maarat al-Numan in Idlib, Syria, 31 March 2025. EPA/BILAL AL HAMMOUD

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Syrians Rejoice during First Eid after Assad's Fall

Eid al-Fitr in Syria was charged with newfound joy this year, as thousands freely celebrated the holiday for the first time after the fall of Bashar al-Assad. …

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Israeli Troops Killed 15 Palestinian Medics and Buried Them in a Mass Grave, UN Says

Funerals held at Nasser Hospital in Khan Younis, located in the southern Gaza Strip, for eight health workers from the Palestinian Red Crescent who were killed in an Israeli attack eight days ago in Rafah and had been pulled from the rubble. (Doaa El-Baz/APA Images via ZUMA Press Wire/dpa)

Macron and Tebboune Announce Return of Normal ‘French-Algerian’ Relations

The Algerian and French presidents in August 2022 (Algerian presidency)

A 17-Year-Old from the West Bank Becomes the First Palestinian Teenager to Die in an Israeli Prison

An Israeli military vehicle is parked outside the martyrs cemetery, while Palestinians try to visit the tombs of relatives as part of the ritual at the start of Eid al-Fitr which marks the end of the holy fasting month of Ramadan, in the Jenin refugee camp in the Israeli-occupied West Bank on March 30, 2025. (AFP)

Myanmar Earthquake Survivors without Food and Shelter as Death Toll Rises above 2,700

In this photo released by Xinhua News Agency, locals gather near a collapsed building in the aftermath of an earthquake in Mandalay, Myanmar on Saturday, March 29, 2025 (Myo Kyaw Soe/Xinhua via AP)

South Korea’s Constitutional Court Will Rule Friday on Yoon’s Impeachment

Policemen stand guard on a street near the presidential residence of impeached South Korean president Yoon Suk Yeol in Seoul on April 1, 2025. (AFP)

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A woman prepares traditional Egyptian butter cookies known as "Kahk", to celebrate Eid al-Fitr, which marks the end of the holy month of Ramadan in Cairo, Egypt, March 23, 2025. (Reuters)

Egypt Govt Pledges Wage Hikes, Relief for Citizens

Despite Global Challenges, Saudi Arabia Continues Economic Diversification Efforts

People perform Eid Al-Fitr prayers in Al-Qusayr. (Sami Volunteer Team)

Syria’s Al-Qusayr Celebrates Eid al-Fitr without Hezbollah for First Time in Years

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Bushnaf: The Success of UN Initiative in Libya Depends on Int’l Support

Worshippers are seen at the Grand Mosque in the holy city of Makkah. (SPA)

Two Holy Mosques Welcome Over 122 Million Visitors During Ramadan

French far-right leader Marine Le Pen, member of parliament of the Rassemblement National (National Rally - RN) party, walks on the day of the verdict of her trial at the courthouse in Paris, France, March 31, 2025. (Reuters)

Le Pen Verdict Triggers Uproar from Far-Right in France and Beyond, amid Fist Pumps in Paris

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Trump Says May Visit Saudi Arabia Next Month

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Two Holy Mosques Welcome Over 122 Million Visitors During Ramadan

OIC Welcomes Formation of Syria’s New Government

UAE Sentences Killers of Israeli Rabbi to Death

The court unanimously sentenced the three defendants who carried out the murder and kidnapping to death, while the accomplice who aided them received a life sentence. (WAM)

Saudi Crown Prince Performs Eid al-Fitr Prayer and Receives Princes, Senior Officials

Jjoining the Crown Prince in the prayer were Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam, along with princes, scholars, ministers, and senior officials. SPA

Saudi King Performs Eid al-Fitr Prayer at Al-Salam Palace in Jeddah

King performed Eid al-Fitr prayer at Al-Salam Palace in Jeddah on Sunday morning. SPA

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Syrians Rejoice during First Eid after Assad's Fall

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Israeli Troops Killed 15 Palestinian Medics and Buried Them in a Mass Grave, UN Says

Macron and Tebboune Announce Return of Normal ‘French-Algerian’ Relations

A 17-Year-Old from the West Bank Becomes the First Palestinian Teenager to Die in an Israeli Prison

Devastated Lebanon Village Marks Eid among Its Dead

On the first day of Eid al-Fitr, women in Aitaroun, southern Lebanon, mourn at the graves of slain Hezbollah fighters and others killed in the war with Israel. Mahmoud ZAYYAT / AFP

Bushnaf: The Success of UN Initiative in Libya Depends on Int’l Support

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Ukraine Says It Will Work with US Towards Mutually Acceptable Minerals Deal

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Israel PM Drops Security Chief Nominee under Fire from Trump Ally

Poland Charges Ukrainian with Spying for Russia

Pro-Palestinian Cornell Student to Leave US after Officials Asked for Surrender

People walk on the campus of Cornell University in Ithaca, NY, Feb. 2, 2024. (AP)

Towering Blaze in Malaysia on Petronas Pipeline, 63 Sent to Hospital

White House, Shaken by Signal Scandal, Says Case Is Closed

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt responds to a question from the news media during a briefing outside the West Wing of the White House in Washington, DC, USA, 31 March 2025. (EPA)

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FILE PHOTO: Gold bars are displayed at a gold jewelery shop in the northern Indian city of Chandigarh May 8, 2012. REUTERS/Ajay Verma (INDIA - Tags: BUSINESS COMMODITIES)/File Photo

Stocks Stabilize, Gold Hits Record before Trump Tariff Reveal

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Egypt Govt Pledges Wage Hikes, Relief for Citizens

Despite Global Challenges, Saudi Arabia Continues Economic Diversification Efforts

Saudi Arabia Implements Real Estate Regulations to Stabilize Riyadh’s Market

Trump’s Tariffs Mean Europe Must Take Control of Its Future, Says ECB's Lagarde

European Central Bank (ECB) President Christine Lagarde arrives to address a press conference on the Eurozone's monetary policy, at the central bank's headquarters in Frankfurt am Main, western Germany, on January 30, 2025. (AFP)

Doha to Host Islamic Finance Conference on April 8

The 11th Doha Islamic Finance Conference on April 8 is set to explore the development of decentralized financial platforms that align with Islamic economic principles (QNA)

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Tourists Explore Al-Ahsa's Rich Heritage During Eid Celebrations

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Tourists Explore Al-Ahsa's Rich Heritage During Eid Celebrations

During Eid al-Fitr, the archaeological and historical landmarks of Al-Ahsa Governorate emerge as popular destinations for citizens, residents, and visitors…

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Rob de Heer talks next to his artwork, one of 60 pieces exhibited and inspired by the famous "Girl with a Pearl Earring," painting by Johannes Vermeer, at The Mauritshuis museum in The Hague, Netherlands, Tuesday, March 25, 2025. (AP)

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From Orange Peels to Bottle Caps: Thousands of Artists Create Their Own ‘Girl with a Pearl Earring’

After sending its most famous work to be featured in Amsterdam’s blockbuster 2023 exhibition of nearly every work by Johannes Vermeer, the Mauritshuis museum…

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This event is designed to celebrate Eid al-Fitr with Makkah's residents and visitors. SPA

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Hira Cultural District Hosts 'Makkah Greets Us' Event to Celebrate Eid Al-Fitr

The Royal Commission for Makkah City and Holy Sites announced the launch of the third edition of the Makkah Greets Us event, scheduled to take place from the…

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Historic Jeddah Ramadan Season celebrates traditional crafts and cultural heritage. (SPA)

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Historic Jeddah Ramadan Season Celebrates Traditional Crafts, Cultural Heritage

The Ramadan Season in Historic Jeddah highlights traditional handicrafts, celebrating their significant historical and cultural legacy. Visitors have the…

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Prophet's Mosque Library: Cognitive Masterpiece Combining Heritage, Digital Development

Combining tradition and innovation, the Prophet's Mosque Library stands as a beacon of knowledge, offering access to rare manuscripts and utilizing advanced…

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Alexander-Arnold’s Possible Move to Madrid ‘Doesn’t Affect Me at All,’ Says Liverpool Manager Slot

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Football - Premier League - Liverpool v Newcastle United - Anfield, Liverpool, Britain - January 1, 2024 Liverpool's Trent Alexander-Arnold applauds fans. (Reuters)

Alexander-Arnold’s Possible Move to Madrid ‘Doesn’t Affect Me at All,’ Says Liverpool Manager Slot

Liverpool's bid to clinch a record-tying Premier League title hasn't been affected by persistent reports linking Trent Alexander-Arnold with a move to Real…

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Juventus' Italian defender #04 Federico Gatti grimaces during the Italian Serie A football match between Juventus and Genoa at the Allianz Stadium in Turin, on March 29, 2025. (AFP)

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Juve’s Gatti Suffers Calf Bone Fracture During Genoa Win

Juventus defender Federico Gatti suffered a fracture of his calf bone during Saturday's 1-0 Serie A win over Genoa, his club said in a statement. Italian…

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Manchester City's Erling Haaland, center, celebrates with Manchester City's Nico O'Reilly, right, after scoring his side's opening goal during the English FA Cup quarterfinal match between Bournemouth and Manchester City at the Vitality stadium in Bournemouth, England, Sunday, March 30, 2025. (AP)

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Man City's Haaland to Be Sidelined for Weeks after Hurting Ankle in FA Cup Win

Manchester City forward Erling Haaland is set for a long spell on the sidelines due to his ankle injury in the FA Cup quarterfinal win. Haaland had just…

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Bayern Munich's Assistant coach Zsolt Löw sits on the bench prior to the UEFA Champions League Group A football match FC Bayern Munich v Manchester United in Munich, southern Germany on September 20, 2023. (AFP)

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Leipzig Turns to Former Assistant Zsolt Löw to Save Its Season

Leipzig is betting on Thomas Tuchel’s former assistant Zsolt Löw to save its season. The 45-year-old Löw – no relation to former Germany coach Joachim Löw –…

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Manchester City's Egyptian striker #07 Omar Marmoush (C) shoots to score their second goal during the English FA Cup quarter-final football match between Bournemouth and Manchester City at the Vitality Stadium in Bournemouth, on the south coast of England on March 30, 2025. (AFP)

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African Players in Europe: Marmoush, Sarr Strike in FA Cup Wins

Egyptian Omar Marmoush and Senegalese Ismaila Sarr scored to help Manchester City and Crystal Palace secure FA Cup semi-finals places at the weekend. …

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Schools Shut on Greek Islands after Heavy Rainstorms Flood Roads

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Stranded vehicles are seen in flood water in Naoussa, in the island of Paros, Greece March 31, 2025 in this screen grab from social media video. (Lorene Junillon/via Reuters)

Schools Shut on Greek Islands after Heavy Rainstorms Flood Roads

Schools and kindergartens were closed on several Greek islands including Paros and Mykonos on Tuesday after severe weather brought torrential rain, flooding…

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The scientists used a synthesizer they built using her voice before her injury to create a speech sound that she would have spoken. (Getty Images)

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A Stroke Survivor Speaks Again with the Help of an Experimental Brain-Computer Implant

Scientists have developed a device that can translate thoughts about speech into spoken words in real time. Although it’s still experimental, they hope the…

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People take photos of cherry blossoms by Kudanzaka Park as the blossom viewing season begins in full in central Tokyo on March 31, 2025. (AFP)

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Tourists and Locals Enjoy ‘Ephemeral’ Tokyo Cherry Blossoms

Tourists and Japanese locals marveled at Tokyo's cherry trees on Monday at the peak of the annual blossom season that traditionally represents fresh starts but…

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Britain's King Charles III and Queen Camilla wave as they arrive by carriage on the first day of the Royal Ascot horse race meeting at Ascot, England, Tuesday, June 18, 2024. (AP)

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King Charles Returns to Public Duties after Brief Hospital Stay

Britain's King Charles is returning to public duties this week after he was briefly taken to hospital last Thursday when he experienced side effects from his…

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People use boats on Chidorigafuchi, one of the moats around the Imperial Palace, to look at cherry blossoms as the blossom viewing season begins in full in central Tokyo on March 31, 2025. (Photo by Richard A. Brooks / AFP)

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Tokyo Hospital Opens City's First 'Baby Hatch'

A Tokyo hospital on Monday became the Japanese capital's first medical institution to offer a system allowing the safe, anonymous drop-off of infants by…

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